Cost Sharing for Children and Families in Medicaid and SCHIP
September 2008
Cost sharing is an established part of health insurance in this country, but it is imperative to use it judiciously in Medicaid and SCHIP to avoid deterring low-income children and families from using needed health care services. While some families served by these programs are able to pay premiums or make copayments, others, especially those at lower-income levels or with extensive health care needs, may find that such fees make it difficult for them to access needed care.
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